GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2017

When it comes to the logistics industry, whether it's transportation management contracts or warehouse contracts, there are a million moving parts, and as many questions. In the below is a real world example of a consultant coming to a third party logistics company with the goal of choosing a warehouse and 3pl provider. 3PL Answer 1.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 30, 2021

” I do not believe in big government and I hate politics. Background on Ocean Transport. The need for data synchronization increases with the growth of nodes, the increase of the number of parties handling the freight, and the use of multiple modes of transport. I expect disruption. So, I write this blog with this bias.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 8, 2024

Tom Curee and Joe Lynch discuss TIA Technovations, a logistics and transportation conference designed to explore technology trends and innovation driven by logistics industry leaders. About Tom Curee Tom Curee has served in the transportation industry for nearly 20 years working at 3PLs, carriers and most recently as a freight tech provider.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 25, 2021

There won’t be a new normal, just new sources of disruption, from weather to government policies to industry conditions. Your transportation consultant can help develop response strategies to ensure your supply chain continues to operate while the problem is addressed. Capacity constraints and transportation delays.

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Americold

JUNE 17, 2025

Search for: Customer Resources Associates i-3PL Change Region Contact Us Who We Serve Producers Retailers Food Service Providers What We Do Supply Chain Solutions Technology Transportation FAQs Facilities About Us Executive Bios Sustainability/ESG Americold Operating System Newsroom Cool It! The result?

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3PL Insights

JUNE 9, 2025

Companies based in Detroit benefit from access to creative and technical talent, support from local government and business development agencies, and a growing culture of collaboration among logistics, tech, and retail partners. A local 3PL acts as both a logistics partner and a strategic advisor, helping brands optimize for growth.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 13, 2021

There won’t be a new normal, just new sources of disruption, from weather to government policies to industry conditions. Your transportation consultant can help develop response strategies to ensure your supply chain continues to operate while the problem is addressed. Capacity constraints and transportation delays.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Blockchain and TMS Will Lead to Incorruptible, Efficient Energy Management Blockchain-based TMS has the potential to eliminate inconsistencies and errors in managing transportation and freight. In transportation management, outsourcing has another name, partnering with a third-party logistics provider (3PL), like Cerasis.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 5, 2014

Keeping the supply chain operation at peak efficiency requires efficient and economic transportation of goods. This all starts with an eye to detail towards the most effective transportation management practices. Sometimes, it’s easier in the mind of the transportation coordinator to just “Get it done” instead of “Get it right.”

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

It covers macro trends in the LTL, Truckload and Managed Transportation Service sectors and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Government and industry initiatives to attract more people to the trucking profession should help alleviate the situation in the long term. Leverage TMS technology.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 9, 2015

Fortunately, Third-Party Logistics Service Providers (3PLs) offer a solution to this problem to help in gaining efficiency in transportation management. In fact, 3PLs restore many of the benefits that existed in the shipping world of yesteryear. A Transportation Management Provider Have the Bargaining Chips. Transparency.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Our strategy was to lead with shippers, then onboard their vast networks of carrier, broker and 3PL partners. And it must integrate with a myriad of internal and external systems such as transportation management, warehouse management, order management, ERP, weather and traffic systems and many more. Data integrity. Consumability.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 24, 2016

As a result, more supply chain entities are turning to transportation consolidation programs otherwise known as truckload consolidation, explains Joseph O’Reily of Inbound Logistics , to meet these demands. What Is a Transportation Consolidation Program? The infrastructure for the existing transportation providers is deteriorating.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 28, 2014

From monitoring carrier capacity and driver shortages to tracking the increasing government regulations, staying current on the events in transportation means you will be better equipped to make knowledgeable business decisions that drive growth and improve efficiency. Robinson trucking truckload transportation'

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 19, 2018

These rates will have natural implications for smaller shippers seeking to lower overall transportation and freight spend, and paired with a “blurred lines between peak shipping and shopping seasons,” shippers will experience increasing trouble when trying to procure full truckload capacity. Conducting annual procurement exercises.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 31, 2024

Brian is the Founder of Port X Logistics , a transportation company that specializes in expediting containerized cargo throughout the U.S. About Brian Kempisty Brian Kempisty is the Founder of Port X Logistics, a transportation company that specializes in expediting containerized cargo throughout the U.S. and Canada. and Canada.

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6 River Systems

JULY 29, 2020

Today, there are many top 3PL warehousing companies that handle warehousing, fulfillment, logistics and distribution services for companies of all sizes. Many metrics can be used to determine the top 3PL warehousing companies, such as company revenue, the number of warehouses, total warehouse square footage , etc.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 15, 2015

A 3PL or warehouseman may be considered a shipper, which is defined as “a person who initiates a shipment of food by motor vehicle or rail vehicle.” A 3PL or warehouseman may be considered a shipper, which is defined as “a person who initiates a shipment of food by motor vehicle or rail vehicle.”

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Talking Logistics

MAY 2, 2014

DOT Secretary Foxx sends transportation bill to Congress (Logistics Management). In 3PL news, Con-way reported Q1 2014 results this week. XPO Logistics Announces First Quarter 2014 Results. Robinson Tagline Addresses Market Demands. US infrastructure: Broken system (FT – sub. Operating income was $33.1 million compared to $31.6

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 1, 2021

Transport companies article and permission to publish here provided by Lasse Pettersen. The Coronavirus pandemic and the subsequent response have changed the day-to-day realities of transportation and trucking. Challenges Facing Transport Companies. Challenges Facing Transport Companies. Infographic). Get Our EBOOK HERE.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 9, 2016

The rationale for outsourcing certain manufacturing and supply chain processes, such as transportation management, fulfillment, and more to logistics companies is evident and clear. 80 percent of manufacturers or shippers in the US use a a logistics company for domestic and international transportation. Plan the 3PL Selection Criteria.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 7, 2014

Moving on to other news, UPS announced the addition of a Full Container Load (FCL) rail solution to its China-to-Europe transportation lineup. Interested in learning more about what’s happening with electronic logging devices and other transportation-related regulations in the works? So, mark your calendars and tune in!

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Demo is a Founding Partner and Chief Commercial Officer of IPL Group , a Panama based 3PL that helps companies expand their business into the Latin American market by simplifying order fulfillment and regional distribution. Demo Perez and Joe Lynch discuss Panama: the logistics engine of Latin America.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 11, 2014

May 2014 Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI). HighJump WMS provides large and upper mid-market companies including 3PL companies one of the most scalable and adaptable WMS platforms in the market. billion to the Highway Trust Fund by relying on financing mechanisms unrelated to transportation spending.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 26, 2017

Today, we kick off our annual year-end series highlighting the top blog posts in each of our 5 main categories: Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , Transportation Management , Freight. Although we are a 3PL who supports manufacturers who ship, the more information we provide, the better off we all are.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 18, 2014

Moving on to 3PL news, FedEx was indicted by the Justice Department for shipping packages from illegal online pharmacies despite being warned from U.S. We are a transportation company – we are not law enforcement. In short, the outcome of this case could have broad implications for the transportation industry.

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ModusLink Corporation

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

With the economic benefits of free trade zones now more evident than ever, it’s essential to ask: “is your 3PL taking full advantage of the cost savings that free trade zones can provide?” Choosing the Right 3PL Choosing the right 3PL to create and manage a free trade zone is of utmost importance.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

As a result, shippers need to understand this term, how it impacts responsibilities and obligations when transporting goods and who is on the proverbial hook. Freight on board, also known as free on board, refers to a set of Incoterms that govern who owns and pays for a shipment when traveling overseas.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 28, 2017

Technically, Free Time is not free; you pay for it in your transportation costs. Complicating matters even further are carrier, port, regional, and government variances in how Free Time is measured around the world. For example, I worked with a customer recently who budgeted demurrage at 4% of their transportation spend.

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ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 20, 2021

I’ve worked in the supply chain for 30+ years, working for major retailers including Kmart, Michaels and Five Below, as well as on the 3PL and logistics side with companies including FedEx, where I was Vice President of Global Transportation, and UPS, where I worked as Vice President of Supply Chain Design.

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3rdwave

AUGUST 7, 2019

There are 4 fundamental areas where global transportation is challenged. Three of these challenges are variants on traditional transportation challenges and the last is relatively new but growing in importance. Transportation Cost Management. When the carrier or 3PL takes title to the shipment visibility improves…somewhat.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Emtec is a global IT consultancy dedicated to helping world class organizations in the enterprise, education, and government markets drive transformation and growth by employing the latest enterprise technologies and innovative business processes. He has also been a successful angel investor in the energy and cloud spaces. About Emtec.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 30, 2021

” I do not believe in big government and I hate politics. Background on Ocean Transport. The need for data synchronization increases with the growth of nodes, the increase of the number of parties handling the freight, and the use of multiple modes of transport. I expect disruption. So, I write this blog with this bias.

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Tecsys

JUNE 26, 2025

Built on the Itopia® low-code application platform, Tecsys’ offerings include enterprise resource planning, warehouse management, consolidated service management, distribution and transportation management, supply management at the point of use and order management solutions.

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4WL Consulting

JULY 17, 2015

A 3rd party logistics company (3PL) can help you overcome those challenges so you can stay competitive with your larger competitors and crush your smaller competitors. Take a look at five of the most common challenges and see how a 3PL can provide the solution to each of those challenges.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 16, 2021

Brian is the CEO of Dray Depot , a 3PL out of Chicago area that focuses on the drayage market. Brian is the President and CEO of Dray Depot , a 3PL out of Chicago focusing on the drayage market. While American consumers demand went up, transportation and logistics companies struggled to keep up. Government checks.

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Supply Chain Network

OCTOBER 3, 2011

The report reveals that the majority of shippers worldwide are increasing their use of 3PL services, with 64 percent of respondents reporting a rise. Today’s 3PL marketplace is experiencing significant change and established 3PLs are adjusting their business. The report shows relationships between shippers and 3PLs continue.

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